Chapter 371: Half of the Disciples Gone
Chapter 371: Half of the Disciples Gone
With the orders from Meng Pao, news of the Phoenix Sky Sect declaring war with the Swift Feather Wind Sect had spread like wildfire.
In fact, it became the hottest gossip and news as to why Meng Pao resorted to such an extreme method.
“Could Sect Leader Meng Pao really hate the fact that his daughter fell in love with a lowly person?”
“I don’t know man, but I feel like it’s going overboard to start a Sect War.”
“I know right, starting a Sect War would only create chaos and casualties. We’re all from the same origin too, so Sect Leader Meng Pao must have really gone crazy.”
Despite the Phoenix Sky Sect’s influence, their action this time was instead met with criticism.
Starting a war over his daughter falling in love with someone else was not enough reason to convince others.
Not to mention, the Swift Feather Wind Sect hasn’t done anything to harm anyone either.
Thus, the Swift Feather Wind Sect remained as it is since none of the other sects actually heeded to the order from Meng Pao.
“Yang Wei, why haven’t you made your move yet?” Shan Zhilan asked in annoyance.
“I’m thinking here, Shan Zhilan. Can’t you wait a bit?”
“I’ve been waiting for almost 3 minutes already… How hard is it to move a chess piece?”
That’s right, despite the ongoing tension, Yang Wei, Jing Feng, and Shan Zhilan were busy enjoying themselves with chess.
After all, the declaration from Meng Pao in their eyes was nothing but a dog barking without any teeth.
“But seriously, Meng Pao has really gone past his era now. He had dug a hole for himself to live in.” Jing Feng sighed softly as she peeled an apple and fed it to Yang Wei.
Yang Wei savored the taste of the apple as he nodded his head.
“Greed can truly blind a man to an unimaginable degree.” He muttered.
“Aiyah, can we stop going from happy to some depressing talk all of a sudden?” Shan Zhilan pouted when she saw their expression turning downcast.
“We’re not even bothered by their declaration of war, so why are we suddenly in a sullen mood?” She added.
“You’re right, Shan Zhilan. Yang Wei and I shouldn’t think about the negative anymore.” Jing Feng said as she intertwined her fingers with Yang Wei.
“Ugh, enough of that you two.” Shan Zhilan was annoyed by their loving affection that blinded her eyesight.
‘If only every day could be like this… just how wonderful would it be?’ Yang Wei thought as he began making his move on the chessboard.
Time slowly passed by, and before everyone knew it, 2 weeks had gone by in a flash.
During those 2 weeks, the Phoenix Sky Sect had been trying to convince the public that the Swift Feather Wind Sect was in cahoot with outsiders, justifying their action.
However, people weren’t stupid enough to believe the Phoenix Sky Sect since there wasn’t any real evidence provided.
Not to mention, the Swift Feather Wind Sect may be a third-rate sect, but their reputation was sky-high recently.
Especially with their well-known disciple, Yang Wei that had publicly humiliated the Purple Scorpion Sect.
Meanwhile, back in the Feather Wind Sect, Kong Yusheng had initiated a meeting with all the disciples.
In a large gathering area, thousands of disciples were standing in a straight line as they watched Kong Yusheng taking the center stage.
Of course, Yang Wei, Jing Feng, Shan Zhilan, and the rest were standing behind Kong Yusheng with serious expressions on their faces.
Kong Yusheng took a deep breath as he waited for complete silence.
Once the disciples calm their emotions, Kong Yusheng announced in a loud tone.
“Disciples, as you all know, our current sect is at odds with the Phoenix Sky Sect. Hence, today I want to address some questions that you may all have doubts about.”
Kong Yusheng then paused for a moment, glancing at each and every disciple.
Seeing how there’s no response, Kong Yusheng decided to continue his speech.
“First of all, regarding the Phoenix Sky Sect accusation of us cahooting with outsiders is completely falsified information. As for our decision regarding the Phoenix Sky Sect’s conduct… we have officially decided to fight all out.”
“Sect Leader Kong, will we be fighting the disciples from the Phoenix Sky Sect?”
“Are we really going to kill their disciples and overthrow their legacy?”
Some of the disciples began to panic as they knew how enormous the Phoenix Sky Sect was.
Thus, some were wary and cautious of trying to fight against such a powerful sect when they were only a third-rate sect in the public eye.
Kong Yusheng understood their mindset as he wasn’t going to force the disciples to follow along with them.
“I know that some of you are still cautious and afraid of the Phoenix Sky Sect retaliation. Hence, I have decided that if any of you wish to leave, then you are free to do so. There are no consequences for leaving at this time.” Kong Yusheng announced the main reason for this meeting.
Within a few minutes, some of the disciples began dropping their sect token down as they left the sect.
They weren’t strong like Yang Wei nor did they wish to enter a Sect War where they could possibly lose their lives.
It didn’t take long before the crowded area began to diminish as the disciples continued to leave one by one.
“Sigh, all those resources spent on them are now wasted,” Shan Zhilan sighed softly as she held a disappointed expression.
“We should have crippled them for ditching the sect when we’re in a dilemma.” She added.
As the leader of the Disciplinary Hall, she hated traitors the most, and seeing them leaving the sect to fend for themselves made her despise them.
Jing Feng was no different, but unlike Shan Zhilan who expressed her desire, she kept it to herself.
Meanwhile, Yang Wei found the situation going according to what his mind believed.
When the worst comes to worst, people will always think for themselves over others. Such is the mindset of humans and their nature of self-protection.
A few hours later, half of the entire disciples from the Feather Wind Sect had left.
Kong Yusheng glanced at the half-empty courtyard with a calm expression.
“Does anyone else wish to leave? I will say this again… this is your only chance to leave.” Kong Yusheng said.
“We will stick with the Feather Wind Sect!”
“Without the Feather Wind Sect, there will be no me. Hence, I will never leave the Feather Wind Sect.”
“Un, I shall live as a disciple of the Feather Wind Sect and die as a disciple of the Feather Wind Sect.”
Hearing the remaining disciples’ words, Kong Yusheng flashed a gentle smile as he nodded his head.
“Very well then, our Feather Wind Sect hadn’t wasted our resources for no reason.” Kong Yusheng shouted in joy as he glanced at Jing Feng.
Jing Feng nodded her head.
She stepped forward as she announced, “For the disciples that had remained despite the circumstances, our Feather Wind Sect is grateful for your loyalty and honor. Thus, everyone is allowed to choose a martial technique in the Martial Hall without any restriction.”
At the same time, Shan Zhilan also intervened and announced, “Our Treasure Hall shall be open to assist the disciples to make a breakthrough in their cultivation. And the main important thing is that from now on, you are all Inner Disciple of the Feather Wind Sect.”
Cheers erupted throughout the courtyard as the disciples who remained in the sect were excited about the announcement.
They had never expected that by staying, they would gain more techniques and benefits than before.
Initially, there were still some that were regretting their decision of staying since it means life and death are looming close by.
However, with the generous offering, all kinds of regrets are thrown out of the window as they will definitely fight to the end for their sect.
After another few moments, Kong Yusheng quickly dismissed the disciples and allowed them to use the resources.
He then turned around and ordered, “Jing Feng and Shan Zhilan, I will leave the current sect’s matter to you now. I will be informing the others of our current predicaments and gaining their assistance.”
The ‘others’ that Kong Yusheng referred to was clear for Jing Feng and Shan Zhilan to understand.
It was about time they revealed their true fang and backup.
“Rest assured, Sect Leader Kong. Shan Zhilan and I will uphold the matters in the sect.” Jing Feng gave her reassurance.
And she continued, “With Yang Wei here to provide motivation for others that even a nobody can become peerless, I doubt the disciples would have any troubles breaking through their cultivation.”
“Oi oi, did you really have to call me a nobody?” Yang Wei twitched his mouth at the descriptions that Jing Feng gave him.
Jing Feng shrugged her shoulders.
“Would you rather have me describe you as a poor person instead?” She asked.
“I-I think I prefer the nobody description better…”